NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE COURSE SYLLABUS

 

Course Title:	Introduction to Computerized Accounting
Course Prefix & Number:		ACNT 1311	Section Number:	300	Semester/Year:	FA1 20
Semester Credit Hours:		3	Lecture Hours:	48	Lab Hours:	16
Course Description (NCTC Catalog): Introduction to utilizing the computer in maintaining accounting records with primary emphasis on a general ledger package.
Course Prerequisite(s): Recommended Pre or Co-requisite: ACNT 1303
Required or Recommended Course Materials:   Required: Required: QuickBooks Online: Comprehensive, Academic Year 2020- 2021 with e-Lab, Hartley, Labyrinth Learning http://www.lablearning.com/QuickBooks -Online-Comprehensive-2020-2021- Edition.html Required: QuickBooks Online Account (free). Instructions will be provided in Canvas/Modules Recommended – Print Book. E book is also available but students find it tedious to switch screens from the text to the software when learning Quickbooks. The course material is available at all NCTC bookstores.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

Name of Instructor:	Dee Amaradasa
Campus/Office Location:	Online via Canvas (Inbox or WebEx Conference)
Telephone Number:	940-498-6414
E-mail Address:	damaradasa@nctc.edu  NOTE – Your instructor will not respond to e-mail sent from your personal or work e-mail addresses.  Please use Canvas mail or NCTC Lion Mail to communicate with your instructor.

 

 

OFFICE HOURS

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
		9:00 pm – 10:00 pm Online via Canvas or WebEx – by appointment	10:30 am – 11:30 am Online via Canvas or WebEx – by appointment
Note:  Although these are my scheduled office hours, due to meetings and other obligations I have at the college, please send me an email to ensure I am in the office during the times listed above.

 

 

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (From Academic Course Guide Manual/Workforce Education Course Manual/NCTC Catalog

At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
1.	Utilize an application software to perform accounting tasks
2.	Maintain records
3.	Prepare reports
4.	Analyze reports for a business entity
5.	Complete a comprehensive project
6.	Explain the components of general ledger software.

 

GRADING CRITERIA

# of Graded Course Elements	Graded Course Elements	Percentage or Point Values
Various	Chapter Exercises	40%
Various	Chapter Tests	20%
2	Projects	40%
		100%

 

 

Letter grades for this course will be assigned in accordance with NCTC standard grading policy. 

     

A	90% - 100%		D	60% - 69%
B	80% - 89%		F	0 – 59%
C	70% - 79%

 

 

 

 

 

 

COURSE SUBJECT OUTLINE (Major Assignments, Due Dates, and Grading Criteria)

Week	Tentative Assignments	Due Dates
1	Extra Credit Introduce Yourself Chapter 1 Test Extra Credit Chapter 1 Quiz	8/26/2020
2	Chapter 2 Exercises Chapter 2 Test Chapter 3 Exercises Chapter 3 Test Extra Credit Chapter 2 Quiz Extra Credit Chapter 3 Quiz	9/6/2020
3	Chapter 4 Exercises Chapter 4 Test Chapter 5 Exercises Chapter 5 Test Extra Credit Chapter 4 Quiz Extra Credit Chapter 5 Quiz	9/13/2020
4	Chapter 6 - Project 1	9/20/2020
5	Chapter 7 Exercises Chapter 7 Test Chapter 8 Exercises Chapter 8 Test Extra Credit Chapter 7 Quiz Extra Credit Chapter 8 Quiz	9/27/2020
6	Chapter 9 Exercises Chapter 9 Test Chapter 10 Exercises Chapter 10 Test Extra Credit Chapter 9 Quiz Extra Credit Chapter 10 Quiz	10/4/2020
7	Chapter 11 Exercises Chapter 11 Test Chapter 12 Exercises Chapter 12 Test Extra Credit Chapter 11 Quiz Extra Credit Chapter 12 Quiz	10/11/2020
8	Chapter 13 - Project 2	THURSDAY 10/15/2020

 

The capstone for the Accounting Technician Certificate is a comprehensive program exam with a score of 70% or higher.  Exam must be scheduled with the Department Chair upon completion of a certificate.

 

The capstone requirement for the AAS Degree in Accounting is ACNT 2302 Accounting Capstone.   It should be taken the last semester before graduation. This course may not be substituted.

 

 

Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in all classes for which they have registered.  All absences are considered to be unauthorized unless the student is absent due to illness or emergencies as determined by the instructor.  It is the student responsibility to provide documentation as to the emergency for approval and judgement by the faculty member.  Approved college sponsored activities are the only absences for which a student should not be held liable and only when provided by a college official ahead of the absence.  Valid reasons for absence, however, do not relieve the student of the responsibility for making up required work.  Students will not be allowed to make up an examination missed due to absence unless they have reasons acceptable to the instructor.  A student who is compelled to be absent when a test is given should petition the instructor, in advance if possible, for permission to postpone the exam.  Student will be dropped from a class by the Registrar upon recommendation of the instructor who feels the student has been justifiably absent or tardy a sufficient number of times to preclude meeting the course’s objectives.    Persistent, unjustified absences from classes or laboratories will be considered sufficient cause for College officials to drop a student from the rolls of the College. From Board Policy FC (LOCAL)

Attendance in your online course will be measured by the completion of graded assignments by their suggested due dates. Students who fail to log in regularly and participate in online course assignments will be reported to the college as non-attending students. 

 

Non-attendance may impact your Financial Aid.

 

 

Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is   September 26^th, 2020.

 

Students can learn more about the withdraw policy and procedure by http://www.nctc.edu/current-students/drop-withdraw-class.html

The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides support services for students with disabilities, students enrolled in technical areas of study, and students who are classified as special populations (i.e. single parents).

Support services for students with disabilities might include appropriate and reasonable accommodations, or they may be in the form of personal counseling, academic counseling, career counseling, etc.  Furthermore, OSD Counselors work with students to encourage self-advocacy and promote empowerment. The Counselors also provides resource information, disability-related information, and adaptive technology for students who qualify.

If you feel you have needs for services that the institution provides, please reach out to either Wayne Smith (940) 498-6207 or Yvonne Sandman (940) 668-4321.  Alternative students may stop by Room 170 in Corinth or Room 110 in Gainesville.

o           Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)

o        Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course

o        WECM Course

 

Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook and published online.

Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, academic falsification, intellectual property dishonesty, academic dishonesty facilitation and collusion.  Faculty members may document and bring charges against a student who is engaged in or is suspected to be engaged in academic dishonesty.  See Student Handbook, “Student Rights & Responsibilities: Student Conduct ([FLB(LOCAL)]”.

 

Please refer to the student handbook on consequences for academic dishonesty.

 

 

Students can read more about the college's grade appeal processes and procedures for assigning incomplete grades by visiting the Academic Catalog:  https://www.nctc.edu/catalog/academic-policies/grades-reports/student-grade-appeal.html  and https://www.nctc.edu/catalog/academic-policies/grades-reports/incomplete-grades.html .

 

Syllabi statement regarding potential Conversion of Onsite Classes to Online/Remote Format: North Central Texas College students should be aware that in the event of a college closure due to COVID-19, onsite classes will be converted to an online/remote format. Students should plan ahead to ensure they have access to the computer equipment (either PC, MAC, or tablet), webcam, and internet connectivity to continue their classes in an online/remote format. Please read all your official North Central Texas College student emails as the transition from onsite to online/remote might require a reorganization in your personal situation. Students will be granted a 72-hour transition and grace period. Online classes will continue as scheduled without disruption. Wear a mask, stay safe, and contact your Instructor as the situation arises. These policies and procedures were updated on July 30, 2020 and are subject to change.

 

Syllabi Statement Regarding Face Coverings: Per the North Central Texas College guidance on face coverings on campus, in the instructional setting, faculty and students must wear face coverings, such as masks or face shields. Students without coverings, or those who do not comply with the rules relating to face coverings, will not be able to participate in on-campus classroom activities. To request an exception to this requirement, students should contact the NCTC HR Office of Enrollment Management (ccove@nctc.edu). Failure to comply with the face coverings requirement may result in the Instructor directing the student to leave the classroom. Any student asked to leave the classroom may be referred to the student conduct officer. These policies and procedures were updated on July 30, 2020 and are subject to change.

 

Temporary COVID-19 Attendance Policy for Face-to-Face Meetings: We are facing an unprecedented situation in which all of us must be flexible and make prudent decisions in the best interest of our families, our campus, and our community. In light of this, North Central Texas College is temporarily establishing the requirement that faculty keep records of student attendance for face-to-face course meetings as well as a documented seating chart. In addition, students who are sick or need to quarantine should not attend classes. Students will not be required to provide formal documentation from a health care provider and will not be penalized for COVID-19 related absences when proper notification to campus health officials is made in accordance with the guidelines stated below.

 

Faculty will:

 

• Notify students about important course information and delivery changes through Canvas and campus email.

 

Students should:

• Provide notification to campus officials (via NCTC Daily Health Check protocol through Canvas) if they have tested positive for COVID-19 or have to quarantine so we can confirm reported absence with instructors, monitor, and assist the campus community.
• Notify instructors in advance of the absence.
• Connect with that class through Webex if the class session is being transmitted in a hybrid fashion.
• Keep up with and/or make up missed classwork or assignments.
• Submit assignments digitally through Canvas or other means as announced by your instructor.
• Work with their instructors to reschedule exams, labs, and other critical academic activities described in the course syllabus.
• Check Canvas and campus email daily to receive important announcements pertaining to the course.

During this period, faculty with face-to-face meetings will establish assigned seating/work stations to facilitate roll-taking, and, if necessary, contact tracing. Additionally, we ask all members of the College community to be attentive to their health, and safeguard others, by following the CDC’s guideline to “stay home when you are sick.” You should stay home if you have symptoms. More information on what to do if you are sick is available at the CDC’s website.

Additional NCTC information is available at http://www.nctc.edu/coronavirus/index.html

 

 

 

QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, or COMPLAINTS

Name of Chair/Coordinator:	Dr. Cherly Furdge
Office Location:	Corinth Campus, Suite 239 Office 234
Telephone Number:	940-498-6238
E-mail Address:	cfurdge@nctc.edu
Name of Instructional Dean:	Debbie Huffman
Office Location:	Gainesville
Telephone Number:	940-668-3357
E-mail Address:	dhuffman@nctc.edu

 

 

 

Coursework

 

• Accounting 8-week courses are extremely challenging.  They are designed for self-motivated individuals who can work on their own with some instruction. 
• 8-week courses move at a fast pace.  They require double the time commitment of a 16-week course.  A student is expected to spend 16 to 18 hours a week on this course including class time.
• During the semester, please send all coursework related e-mails via Canvas.  Any e-mails sent to the NCTC email address may result in a delay in answering your e-mail.
• All course work is available via the Internet through NCTC’s Canvas Learning Management System.
• Students are should to log in to Canvas on a regular basis.  I suggest a minimum of four times a week. 
• The instructor will grade your assignments after the due date has passed.  Allow up to 2 weeks for the instructor to grade manually graded assignments.
• If a student should experience problems accessing the course material in Canvas OR sending/receiving course mail, it is the student’s responsibility to notify the instructor immediately and contact the e-Learning Helpdesk by submitting a ticket at https://ecampushelpdesk.nctc.edu/hc/en-us .

 

Chapter Exercises

 

• Chapter exercises are completed in QuickBooks Online and submitted in Labyrinth e-lab.  You will be required to export your reports to a excel file and upload the excel file to a Labyrinth e-lab. These assignments are graded must be completed on or before the due date.
• Chapter exercises have 5 attempts.  The highest grade will go to the gradebook.

• Chapter exercises are due every SUNDAY night at 11:59pm. 
• Chapter exercises can be turned in late.  The last day to turn in these assignments are THURSDAY 11:50 pm (10/15/2020).
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Chapter Tests

 

• Chapter tests are completed in Labyrinth e-lab.  Quizzes are due every SUNDAY night at 11:59pm. 
• Chapter tests will be multiple choice questions, matching, true/false or fill in the blank questions.
• Chapter tests have 2 attempts.  The highest grade will go to the gradebook.

• Missing quizzes cannot be made up.
• Chapter tests can be turned in late.  The last day to turn in these assignments are THURSDAY 11:50 pm (10/15/2020).

 

 

 

 

Projects

 

• There will be 2 comprehensive projects for this course.  The projects are completed in QuickBooks Online and submitted in Labyrinth e-lab. 
• Projects can be turned in late.  The last day to turn in these assignments are THURSDAY 11:50 pm (10/15/2020).

 

 

Extra credit

 

• There will be some opportunities to complete extra credit work.  I strongly encourage everyone to take advantage of these opportunities.  Most of you will think that you do not need it but then, after 8 weeks, you do.  If your grade is border line to the next higher grade, it is greatly in your favor if you have worked the extra credit as it may push you over to the next letter grade.
• Extra Credit assignments cannot be turned in late.
• Extra Credit Chapter quiz assignments have no due dates and can be turned in anytime.  They have unlimited attempts.
• The last day to turn in these extra credit assignments is THURSDAY 11:50 pm (10/15/2020).
• Extra credit will be applied to the Projects at the end of the semester.

 

Instructor’s availability

 

• Canvas emails will be answered within 24 hours Monday through noon on Friday unless it is a Holiday. After 12 noon on Friday through Sunday, they may be answered after 12:00 noon on Monday. 
• I am available to help you during office hours each week.  Although not required, it’s best to make an appointment in case I am not available when you drop in.

 

Other

• The overall class grade will be available in the Canvas Gradebook.  The instructor will transfer the grades from Labyrinth e-Lab to Canvas.
• Class attendance will be determined by completion of assignments.
• Assignments cannot be opened early.
• Assignment deadlines are available on Canvas/Syllabus.  Please scroll all the way to the bottom of the syllabus page and wait for the page to refresh. 

• Students are responsible for keeping track of their own grades.  Grades for each assignment and exam will be posted in Canvas.  If you believe the grade posted is in error, please contact your instructor.

• It is the student’s responsibility to drop the class.  The instructor will not drop the class for you.  You are required the fill out the required paperwork necessary to drop the class before the last drop date – September 26th, 2020. 

• The instructor reserves the right to change course assignments, grading policies, and assignment schedules at any time.